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Yes Guz, that is exactly what I was asking about. In doing my own research I'm not sure those products would be the best to use. If you read the info on the Leatherique buy page they go on and on about moisturizing / reconditioning the leather as the best "protection" (with a lot of 5 star...

I do not know the answer to your question Automoglo. I have been looking at the Leatherique Products recently and they look pretty good - reviews and all. I have a couch that could use some work as well.

Thanks Pro - That is a good lead. Martin

Has anyone used these newer nano products for leather applications versus the products mentioned above? They were originally intended for leather coats (to repel water via beading, etc.) but now they are moving into applications for car leather and high end furniture leather. I would appreciate...

This happened to me recently - no warning that the BOGO had expired. Just went through as a non BOGO deal/price which should or maybe has been fixed. Best Regards, Martin

LC orange or yellow is a pretty aggressive pad so you may need a more aggresive polish like 205 or 105 to start. Conversely, if those pads get out the scratches but not the swirls you may need to move down in pad aggressiveness (and maybe polish) to get the swirl free finish you are after. To my...

Great review AND comments. I've been using the "new" Griots machine since it was introduced. Getting ready to move up. Was wondering if there is a 3-4 inch backing plate for the Flex (for 4 inch pad usage) or, is that not possible based upon construction. Also, what do you guys think of the Flex...

I have one pad (out of about eight of various colors that does the same thing. Ultimately I determined the pad - when punched cut at the factory, had uneven edges/weight of material. Might have been an end piece off a longer roll or something - who knows. I just have to be careful with that pad...

Megan, Do you think the "no rinse" car wash solutions produce too little suds for the Boar's brushes?? I have some scratches in my daily driver since full detail and have only been using my Boar's Brush since the detail here in frigid Chicago. My microfibres, I believe, are fine so I'm not sure...

Emax, You raise a good point. I have used spar urethane on many outdoor applications - wood planters, plastic planters, metal yard pieces, etc., and it has always yellowed with UV exposure. Regular polyurethanes (I guess "non-spar") are only intended for indoor use. Anyway, because of the...

Krouch, No, the "bubbling" occurred in the garage - off the car as the clear was drying on a flat surface. Perhaps not shaking the can enough or too thick an application. Once you get a nice clean ap the sun won't bother it as it is clearcoat. Just a little tricky out of a spray can. Those...

Krouch, Water and a little "elbow" grease will remove surface salt. If the "chrome" is pitted away the problem may be deeper and a polish might not help - the "chrome" may be gone. I have a similar problem on some aftermarket (auto) pieces. I was planning on just gently sanding them to a smooth...

Zinc, That is one sweet girlfiend you've got!! Does she have a sister ?? Regards, Martin

Hey Mark, Could you post a larger picture of your avatar with some details please? Looks kinda sweet. Martin

Menards carries a light stand with 2 - 500W bulbs that can be adjusted up, down, side to side for $30 or so. I have one and it is great altho the original bulbs are a little "cheap" so you have to be careful during setup. I broke one of the bulbs and replaced it for $4 I think. Very happy with...